Charis Girl

Popularity: #897 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAR-is //ˈkɛərɪs//

Origin: Greek; Latin

Meaning: Greek: grace; Latin: beloved

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Charis is derived from the ancient Greek word 'charis' (χάρις), which translates to 'grace' or 'kindness.' This term has its roots in the Proto-Indo-European language, where it is linked to the concept of favor or goodwill. The transition into English occurred through the adoption of Greek terms into Latin and subsequently into Old French, before finally being integrated into Middle English.

The name embodies a sense of beauty and charm, often associated with divine grace in various cultural contexts. Historically, Charis is significant in classical mythology and early Christian texts.

In Greek mythology, the Charites, or Graces, were goddesses of charm, beauty, nature, human creativity, and fertility. They were often depicted as companions of Aphrodite, symbolizing the joy and beauty of life.

In Christian theology, the concept of grace is central, with Charis representing the unmerited favor of God towards humanity. This theological significance was further popularized through early Christian writings and translations, including the Septuagint and the New Testament, where the term is frequently used to describe God's grace.

The name Charis has also been associated with various saints and figures throughout history, reinforcing its cultural resonance. For instance, Saint Charis is recognized in some Christian traditions, contributing to the name's enduring presence in religious contexts.

Additionally, the name has been used in literature and art, symbolizing grace and beauty, which has helped maintain its relevance over the centuries. The diminutive form 'Carrie' has emerged in various cultures, though it is more modern and not directly linked to the historical roots of Charis.

Overall, Charis encapsulates a rich tapestry of linguistic, historical, and cultural significance.

Famous people named Charis

In this section, you will find notable people named Charis. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Charis who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Charis Wilson is a photographer and model best known for her work with Edward Weston and her contributions to the art community.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Charis, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

ClaraCarysChloeCeciliaCassandraCharlotte

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Charis. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

CarysKarisCharisseClaraCeliaCarmenCassandraCecilyClementine

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Charis was first seen in the United States in 1924.

Charis has ranked as high as #2820 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Charis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Charis is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Charis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Charis.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 59 8 51
2024 73 14 59
2023 52 0 52
2022 59 0 59
2021 59 0 59
2020 69 0 69
2019 56 0 56
2018 72 0 72
2017 87 0 87
2016 71 0 71
2015 86 0 86
2014 105 0 105
2013 102 0 102
2012 95 0 95
2011 105 0 105
2010 116 0 116
2009 100 5 95
2008 97 0 97
2007 85 0 85
2006 133 6 127
2005 108 0 108
2004 113 0 113
2003 104 5 99
2002 82 0 82
2001 80 0 80
2000 85 0 85
1999 82 0 82
1998 67 0 67
1997 59 0 59
1996 67 5 62
1995 59 0 59
1994 65 5 60
1993 42 0 42
1992 71 5 66
1991 58 0 58
1990 50 0 50
1989 48 0 48
1988 53 5 48
1987 56 0 56
1986 54 0 54
1985 58 0 58
1984 60 0 60
1983 62 0 62
1982 59 0 59
1981 66 5 61
1980 65 0 65
1979 68 5 63
1978 51 0 51
1977 54 0 54
1976 58 0 58
1975 54 0 54
1974 34 0 34
1973 42 0 42
1972 31 0 31
1971 42 0 42
1970 28 0 28
1969 29 0 29
1968 22 0 22
1967 15 0 15
1966 22 0 22
1965 22 0 22
1964 24 0 24
1963 20 0 20
1962 25 0 25
1961 14 0 14
1960 18 0 18
1959 14 0 14
1958 12 0 12
1957 15 0 15
1956 7 0 7
1955 10 0 10
1954 23 0 23
1953 10 0 10
1952 14 0 14
1951 15 0 15
1950 8 0 8
1949 12 0 12
1948 12 0 12
1947 9 0 9
1946 10 0 10
1945 14 0 14
1944 8 0 8
1943 8 0 8
1942 9 0 9
1941 8 0 8
1940 5 0 5
1938 11 0 11
1929 5 0 5
1928 5 0 5
1927 11 0 11
1926 10 0 10
1925 9 0 9
1924 14 0 14

Top States for Charis (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 8
42%
CA 6
32%
NC 5
26%